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From MSDS Inhalation: Inhalation of the product is unlikely with normal usage, but if mists or vapors form, lung injury may occur if exposure is prolonged in poorly ventilated surroundings. Warning: If this product is overheated, especially in the presence of water, hydrogen sulfide may be released; this can cause respiratory collapse, coma and death without necessarily any warning odor being sensed. Eye Contact: May cause mild reversible irritation of the conjunctiva with excess tear production, and blinking and reddening. Does not injure eye tissue. Skin Contact: This product may cause slight irritation, with possible reddening, swelling and drying of the skin. Ingestion: Ingestion of petroleum oil, the major ingredient of this product, is expected to have little acute toxicity. Nausea, vomiting, frequent loose stools, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and belching may be noted. A serious potential effects following ingestion is possible aspiration of the product into the lungs which may result in serious lung injury. Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Persons who are prone to acne or seborrhea are susceptible to blockage of hair follicles by insoluble oils. Folliculitis may develop. Comedones and perifollicular papules and pustules may occur. These effects should rapidly clear up upon cessation of exposure. Good housekeeping and personal hygiene should prevent these lesions.

Chronic Health Effects:

From MSDS Prolonged or repeated contact with this product may possibly lead to irritation and dermatitis. No evidence of mutagenicity from available data. No evidence of adverse reproductive effects from available data.

Carcinogenicity:

From MSDS None of the components of this product is listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen by IARC, NTP or OSHA. This product does not contain chemicals regulated under California Proposition 65.

From MSDS Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid prolonged contact with skin. Wash exposed skin with soap and water after use. Avoid breathing vapors and mists. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container closed. Keep away from heat, sparks or open flames. Warning: Hazardous concentrations of hydrogen sulfide gas may be accumulated in storage tanks, sump pits and other confined spaces where this product is present. When opening tanks and other large containers of this product, keep your face away from the opening and avoid breathing gases and vapors. Odor cannot be relied upon for warning of hazardous hydrogen sulfide as this gas quickly fatigues the sense of smell. Hydrogen sulfide exposure should not present a hazard in handling the consumer packaged product. Store in a cool, well ventilated area away from oxidizing agents. protect from sunlight.

Disposal:

From MSDS Material should be incinerated, recycled, treated or landfilled in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.